Kohat, Capital city of Kohat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Kohat sits at 489 meters elevation along the Kohat Toi River, featuring a British-era fort and busy bazaars in its center. A military cantonment and colonial-period structures blend with traditional markets that remain active today.
The city was first invaded by Mughal emperor Babur in 1505, after which it passed through Persian, Durrani, Sikh, and British rule. It became part of Pakistan following the country's independence in 1947.
The Bangash Pashtun community forms the social core of the city, shaping local customs and traditions. Pashto and the Kohati dialect of Hindko are spoken widely, reflecting the region's linguistic heritage.
The 2004 Kohat Tunnel provides direct road access to Peshawar and significantly reduces travel time to the provincial capital. Railway services connect the city to Rawalpindi and other major centers, making it easy to reach from surrounding regions.
Tanda Wildlife Park lies nearby with a large reservoir, providing habitat for various animal species found across the region. The park serves as a green space for recreation and nature observation in an otherwise built-up area.
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